UCLA's Fielding School of Public Health, Department of Biostatistics, has launched a new Master of Data Science in Health program.
CheersYou（清柚教育） today also takes you through the latest information on this program.
1. Biostatistics Department Introduction
UCLA's biostatistics program is ranked 7th nationally and is a leader in biostatistics training across academia, government, and industry. Founded in 1959, the department has more than 25 faculty members and over 90 graduates.
Research Areas of UCLA Biostatistics Department
Bayesian Statistics Missing Data
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Multivariate Analysis
Cancer Research Neuroscience
Causal Inference Statistical Phylogenetics
Clinical Trials and Optimal Design Spatial Statistics
Finite Population Sampling Statistical Computing
Functional Data Analysis Statistical Machine Learning
HIV/AIDS Research Statistical Genetics
Longitudinal and Correlated Data Studies Survival Analysis
Four Graduate Programs in Biostatistics at UCLA
【Master of Data Science in Health】
【Master of Public Health】
【Master of Science】
【Doctor of Philosophy】
2. Program Features
The MDSH meets the growing demand for professionals with computational and statistical skills to harness the vast treasure trove of health-related big data. The program aims to enhance data science skills, helping professionals advance in hospitals, pharmaceutical and biotech industries, insurance companies, government agencies, and other healthcare and public health management organizations.
It is suitable for both full-time students and working professionals.
The MDSH is also the newest degree program at UCLA Fielding School of Public Health (FSPH) and is a STEM-designated program.
The inaugural class will start in Fall 2023; only fall admission is available.
3. Program Curriculum
The program length is 20 months, spanning a minimum of six semesters, and requires a total of 12 courses (4 credits per course).
A maximum of two courses per semester is allowed (the public health course can be waived if you hold a public health degree).
The specific curriculum is as follows:
4. Program Schedule
The program uses a hybrid online and in-person teaching model.
Planned class size: 20–40 students.
5. Program/School Resources
- UCLA offers training and career opportunities:
1. Workshops held by the Institute for Digital Research and Education (IDRE)
2. QCBio Collaboratory Workshops
- UCLA Fielding School of Public Health training and career opportunities
- Biostatistics Department activities:
1. Department seminars
2. Biostatistics Student Association
3. Monthly pizza parties
4. Annual barbecue party
6. Graduate Employment
- Biostatistics graduates can work as data scientists, biostatisticians, machine learning engineers, data engineers, and data analysts.
- Glassdoor has ranked data scientist among the top three best jobs in the U.S. for eight consecutive years (2015–2022).
- QS ranks UCLA third globally for graduate employability.
- UCLA biostatistics students are highly sought after in the job market.
7. Alumni Network
Graduates of UCLA's Biostatistics Department have gone on to top schools and companies worldwide, including Facebook, Amazon, CDC, NCES, JHU, UMich, Columbia, Duke, and more.
8. Application Requirements
Application opening date: This week, may open at any time; rolling admissions.
Priority application deadline: July 25, 2023
Required application materials:
Resume (full-time work experience not mandatory)
Transcripts (bachelor’s degree, GPA 3.0+)
Statement of purpose (highlighting academic background, research, or work experience)
3 letters of recommendation (professional/academic)
English proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS required for non-U.S. bachelor's degree holders)
GRE scores (optional)
9. Tuition
Tuition: $57,600 for the entire program / $1,200 per credit
Students interested in UCLA's MDSH program can keep an eye on it. For any questions about the application, feel free to consult a CheersYou（清柚教育） advisor!
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